The bride may be the bell of the ball at the wedding, but the groom should also be the center of attention on his big day. In times past, the guys used to sort of blend in while the women took front stage. Today’s men, however, have entirely too much style and personality to stand in the shadows. Instead, they want to look dapper as they stand beside their bride-to-be.
Whether you’re a bride-to-be who’s desperately looking for ways to make her groom stand out or a guy who wants to look sharp on his wedding day, these five style tips listed below will do the trick:
Great Fitting Tux or Suit
When it comes to getting dressed for your wedding day no suit in your closet will work. It might look great in the office, on an interview, or at some other social or professional event, but for something as special as your wedding, you want to stand out.
As you shop for the ideal tux or suit, the fit is what really brings it all together. You don’t want a suit that’s too tight where the buttons are about to pop or the seams burst. However, you also don’t want to look like you’ve borrowed your father’s suit to get hitched. Go to a tailor or specialty suit shop to find a suit that can be fitted to your physique.
To stand out a bit more, choose something different from your groomsmen. If they’re going with traditional black tuxes, for example, go with a white tux with black lapel. If they are wearing tan suits for a spring wedding, go with a navy suit to look sharp and trendy.
Comfy But Stylish Shoes
Every great suit or tux needs the right pair of shoes to look sharp. There are a ton of shoe fashions for men, but not all of them are created equally. You’ll be on your feet for hours and dancing the night away at your reception, you don’t want to make the mistake of choosing a shoe that looks great but hurts your feet. Discomfort has a weird way of showing up in photos and on film.
Shop for shoes that are both stylish and comfortable. Go to a few shoe stores and try on various styles to get an idea of which works best for you and look great with your attire. You should also be sure to wear the shoes in a few days prior to the wedding to keep them from hurting your feet.
The Right Band
The wedding band won’t be worn until the exchanging of vows, but you want to look great when you go take those wedding photos. When it comes to choosing the right wedding band, don’t just think about the ceremony and reception. You also shouldn’t just think of aesthetics. Consider your lifestyle and personal style. If you’re not much of a gold or silver kind of guy, they have men’s black wedding bands that look just as awesome on your ring finger. If you work manual labor, you might prefer something made of silicone. Want a bit of personality? Then look for a wedding band with a cool pattern or texture to it.
Accessories
The most dapper grooms are those that take the time to choose the right accessories. From your tie to your socks, here is where you let your style and personality shine through. There are an abundance of tie colors and patterns for you to choose from and several men’s dress sock patterns to match. You can go with a basic black, blue, or brown, or you can switch things up and choose socks that match the bridal party. You’ll also want a snazzy watch and some cufflinks to finish off the look.
Well Groomed
You’ve got everything you need to look dapper for your wedding day. Yet, to complete the look you’ll need to make sure you’re well-groomed. Messy facial hair or a bad hair day will not look great in your wedding photos. So, be sure to set an appointment with your barber to get a trim or cut that suits your face and the occasion.
Weddings are meant to be about both the bride and groom-to-be. Certainly, you want your fiance to feel like royalty on her special day, but it’s your day too. The above-mentioned style tips will help you to look sharp on your wedding day as you stand side-by-side with the woman you plan to share the rest of your life with.
